Real Madrid Confidencial Flick's response about Xabi Alonso and his signing with Madrid: 'We've talked'
The Barça coach acknowledges having spoken several times with the new Real Madrid coach and expresses his admiration
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has broken his silence regarding Xabi Alonso's signing by Real Madrid.
After the match against Athletic Club, the German was asked in a press conference about the Basque coach's arrival on the white bench.
Flick didn't avoid the question and answered clearly: "Xabi Alonso to Madrid? I've spoken with him several times. I like him, I know his philosophy well", he stated.
The blaugrana coach was respectful and praised Xabi's work in the Bundesliga.
"He's been very successful in Germany," added the former Germany national team coach and current Barça coach.
Flick knows Xabi Alonso well
It's no surprise that Flick has a good relationship with Xabi. Both coincided in the Bundesliga, where the Basque coach has succeeded at the helm of Bayer Leverkusen.
During his time as Germany national team coach and previously at Bayern, Flick was already closely observing Alonso's growth as a coach.
"I know his philosophy well," insisted Barça's coach, highlighting the playing style and tactical personality of Real Madrid's new coach.
Although they will now be direct rivals in LaLiga, Flick didn't hide his respect for Xabi Alonso.
The German coach acknowledged his admiration for the work done by the Basque in Germany and his rapid evolution as an elite coach.
The relationship between the two seems close and professional. The cordiality was evident in his words.
Xabi Alonso was presented today
Real Madrid officially announced yesterday Xabi Alonso's arrival as the new coach. He will replace Carlo Ancelotti and will start with the Club World Cup.
At just 42 years old, the coach arrives after making history with Bayer Leverkusen, with an undefeated Bundesliga title and a European final.
Flick, meanwhile, is preparing to lead his first major project on Barça's bench.
Both will represent a new era on the benches of the two giants of Spanish soccer.
In summary, Hansi Flick confirms that he has spoken several times with Xabi Alonso and praises his philosophy. Two coaches who respect each other... who will soon face each other in the great clásico of world soccer.
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